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Islamic dress controversy in Europe Islamic dress, particularly the variety of hairstyles worn by Muslim women, became an important symbol of the presence of Islam in Western Europe. In several countries this adherence to the sail (an Arabic name meaning "Cover") has led to political controversies and proposals for a statutory prohibition. The Dutch government has decided to introduce a ban on face covering clothing, popularly described as the prohibition of the burqa, even if the model applies only to the Afghan burka. Other countries are debating similar legislation, or have more limited prohibitions. Some only apply to face coverings, such as the burka, the chador, boushiya, or the niqab, some apply all clothing with

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